ICC Dispute Resolution Universities Programme (Online)

09:30 (GMT)
16:40 (GMT)
HybridOnline & In Person Online
English

In line with the pledge of the ICC International Court of Arbitration to ensure access to justice and the rule of law globally, the International Chamber of Commerce has been working to make education on arbitration and amicable dispute resolution (ADR) more accessible for future generations of lawyers across the world. As the global leader in dispute resolution, we have been working with universities from diverse regions and countries to support them in teaching arbitration and ADR, creating knowledge accessibility for all.  

ICC Dispute Resolution Services is excited to announce its third edition ICC Dispute Resolution Universities Programme, scheduled to take place online from 26 to 29 May 2026, as alternative to the in-person programme for the universities who cannot travel to Paris.

This programme is specifically designed for university students and features a series of online modules offered in four 2-hour sessions. Participants will explore the arbitration process in depth, covering topics from the constitution of the arbitral tribunal to arbitral awards. Additionally, the programme will introduce students to the ICC International Court of Arbitration and its activities, as well as give insights into our ADR methods.

Students from selected universities will have the unique opportunity to learn about arbitral and ADR proceedings from experienced ICC staff members. They will also engage in practical exercises and case scenarios, providing valuable hands-on training to all programme participants.

Applications for universities are open until 9 March 2026. This programme is designed for universities, and we will only accept applications coming from the university professors and university administration. Applications from students and incomplete applications will be discarded. Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application by 27 March 2026.

ICC is looking forward to hosting university students at our headquarters for this valuable educational experience.

Venue ICC Headquarters
33-43 Avenue du President Wilson
75116 Paris, France
Contact Clément Radosch, Project Coordinator
Disclaimers

Online attendance
Please note that the organizer does not provide or export any software licenses or technology for this event. Participants are solely responsible for ensuring they have valid access to the necessary digital tool Microsoft Teams through their own arrangements.

 

Pictures
The photos and audio-visual recordings taken during the event may be used and published by ICC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or co-organizers of the event, for informational or promotional purposes in printed materials or online, including on ICC websites and in social media. Participation in the programme implies agreement to such use of photos or audio-visual recordings in which the participant may appear unless ICC receives written notification to the contrary.

 

Should you have any questions regarding these requirements, please feel free to contact us.
Event registration fees This event is offered free of charge and does not involve any transfer of economic resources.
Certificates We inform you that no certificate will be issued for this event.

 

Online Programme

All times are indicated in Paris Time Zone

 

Day 1: 26 May 2026

Morning session
Introduction
9:30 – 9:40 Welcome address and introduction
9:40 – 10:15 Introduction to ICC International Court of Arbitration, its Secretariat and ICC Rules of Arbitration
 
Module 1 – Constitution of the Arbitral Tribunal
10:15 – 11:00 Presentation: Constitution of the arbitral tribunals under ICC Rules of Arbitration.
Confirmation and appointment, objections to confirmation, challenge and replacement of arbitrators 
11:00 – 11:40 Practical exercises
Afternoon session
Introduction
14:30 – 14:40 Welcome address and introduction
14:40 – 15:15 Introduction to ICC International Court of Arbitration, its Secretariat and ICC Rules of Arbitration
 
Module 1 – Constitution of the Arbitral Tribunal
15:15 – 16:00 Presentation: Constitution of the arbitral tribunals under ICC Rules of Arbitration.
Confirmation and appointment, objections to confirmation, challenge and replacement of arbitrators
16:00 – 16:40 Practical exercises

 

 

Day 2: 27 May 2026

Morning session
Module 2 – Emergency Arbitrator
09:30 – 10:20 Presentation: Emergency Arbitrator proceedings and Practical experience
 
Module 3 – Complex Arbitrations: prima facie jurisdiction, multiple parties, multiple contracts, joinder and consolidation
10:20 – 11:00 Presentation:
The Court’s practice in respect of Articles 6 to 10 of the ICC Rules of Arbitration
Constitution of the arbitral tribunal and the issue of costs in multiparty arbitrations
11:00 - 11:40 Practical exercises
Afternoon session
Module 2 – Emergency Arbitrator
14:30 – 15:20 Presentation: Emergency Arbitrator proceedings and Practical experience
 
Module 3 – Complex Arbitrations: prima facie jurisdiction, multiple parties, multiple contracts, joinder and consolidation
15:20 – 16:00 Presentation:
The Court’s practice in respect of Articles 6 to 10 of the ICC Rules of Arbitration
Constitution of the arbitral tribunal and the issue of costs in multiparty arbitrations
16:00 – 16:40 Practical exercises

 

 

Day 3: 28 May 2026

Morning session
Module 4 - Arbitral Awards
09:30 – 10:20 Presentation: ICC awards and ICC’s unique scrutiny process/ Fixing of costs and their allocation
10:20 – 11:00 Practical exercises
 
Module 5 – Expedited Arbitration Procedures
11:00 – 11:40 Presentation: Expedited Procedures and Practical experience
Instructions for students:
Discuss and propose a procedural timetable for a case under EPP
Afternoon session
Module 4 - Arbitral Awards
14:30 – 15:20 Presentation: ICC awards and ICC’s unique scrutiny process/ Fixing of costs and their allocation
15:20 – 16:00 Practical exercises
 
Module 5 – Expedited Arbitration Procedures
16:00 – 16:40 Presentation: Expedited Procedures and Practical experience
Instructions for students:
Discuss and propose a procedural timetable for a case under EPP

 

 

Day 4: 29 May 2026

Morning Session
Module 6 – Amicable Settlement in Arbitration
09:30 – 10:30 Introduction to ADR and ICC ADR Services
10:30 – 11:30 Case scenario on choice of ADR and incorporating ADR into arbitration
 
Closing
11:30 - 11:40 Closing Remarks
Afternoon Session
Module 6 – Amicable Settlement in Arbitration
14:30 – 15:30 Introduction to ADR and ICC ADR Services
15:30 – 16:30 Case scenario on choice of ADR and incorporating ADR into arbitration
 
Closing
16:30 – 16:40 Closing Remarks
30 January 2026 Opening of applications
9 March 2026 Closing of applications 
27 March 2026 Outcome of applications
10 April 2026 Selected Universities to confirm participation 
Between 27 March and 30 April 2026 Individual registration of participants from selected universities
30 April 2026 Communication of ICC speakers' names
From 26 to 29 May 2026 Online Programme

 

More information will be shared in due course.

Organisers
ICC DRS